Lead Estimator/ Project Manager

TEC Group, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TEC Group, Inc. is seeking a Lead Estimator / Project Manager for public sector projects in water and sewer infrastructure in Chicago. The ideal candidate will manage bidding processes and collaborate with subcontractors and city agencies to ensure project success. Offering a competitive salary and a stable work environment, this opportunity is perfect for someone looking to contribute to community-serving projects.

Benefits

Company Truck

Stability with low turnover

On-site work 5 days a week

Engagement in meaningful community projects

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating and project management for public jobs.
• Familiarity with water, sewer, underground utility work.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and managing jobs from bid to closeout.
• Collaborating with owners and subcontractors to build budgets.
• Handling public bidding and permitting processes.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Public Bidding Process

Communication

Organization

Job description

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Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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TEC Group is partnering with a great company that has been around 100+ years! Most of their team has been with them long-term, and they rarely have openings. Right now, they’re looking to bring on a Lead Estimator / Project Manager. They focus mainly on public sector water and sewer work—lots of open bidding with the City of Chicago and similar municipalities.

Responsibilities:

• Estimating and managing jobs from bid to closeout
• Working closely with owners and subcontractors to build solid budgets
• Attending meetings, pulling permits, and handling public bidding (City of Chicago experience is a big plus)
• Teaming up with their current estimator and field superintendents to keep projects on track
• Helping drive the success of infrastructure work that keeps the city moving

About you:

• Someone with experience in estimating + project management- especially on public jobs
• Familiar with water, sewer, underground utility work
• Comfortable with the public bidding process and dealing with city agencies
• A good communicator who’s organized and ready to jump into a tight-knit team

Comp & company:

• Company Truck
• Reliable is a stable, well-run company with very low turnover
• Everyone works on-site 5 days a week
• You’ll work on meaningful projects that serve the community
• You’ll be surrounded by people who’ve been doing this for decades and truly know their stuff

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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